CHC Nurses Agency Network: Specialist CHC Training, Support & Community for Agency Nurses
Your UK Community for Continuing Healthcare Nurses, Training and Professional Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a dedicated community and specialist resource for nurses working in NHS Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and community care across the UK. We bring together experienced CHC agency nurses, specialist trainers and healthcare professionals to provide expert training, peer support and professional networking focused on CHC practice.
From understanding complex CHC eligibility assessments and community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) processes, to navigating CQC compliance and delivering person-centred care, our network is designed to make your professional life easier, more informed and better connected.
What Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is more than a training provider – it is a relaxed, supportive and confidential space where CHC agency nurses can share experiences, ask questions and develop their careers.
Only another nurse truly understands the reality of shift work, clinical pressures and the responsibility that comes with CHC decision-making. Our network offers a place where you can talk openly, learn from others and build lasting professional and personal connections.
- Over 500 CHC agency nursing professionals in our core network
- Private, invite-only social media groups for 24/7 discussion and peer support
- Regular online and in-person events, workshops and networking sessions
- A supportive culture where many members become long-term friends and colleagues
Specialist CHC Training and Professional Development
Continuing Healthcare (CHC) and Community DoL Application Training
We provide specialist CHC training programmes designed for agency nurses, nurse assessors, care coordinators and managers who need a clear, practical understanding of CHC processes.
Our courses cover:
- CHC eligibility criteria and the Decision Support Tool (DST)
- Checklist completion and evidence gathering
- Care planning and funding applications within the CHC framework
- Community Deprivation of Liberty (DoL) applications and legal considerations
- Best practice for multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and appeals
Training is delivered by experienced CHC practitioners who understand the realities of agency work, enabling you to approach CHC assessments and documentation with confidence and clarity.
Pre-CQC Support and Regulatory Compliance Insight
While we are a network for individual nurses, we also support agency nurses and small providers to understand what good looks like in relation to CQC standards and clinical governance.
Through our training sessions, events and peer discussions, you can:
- Gain insight into pre-CQC assessment expectations
- Understand policies, procedures and documentation linked to safe CHC practice
- Learn from peers who have successfully navigated inspections in community and CHC settings
- Strengthen your own professional practice, record-keeping and accountability
Supporting Safe Transitions and Person-Centred CHC Care
Managing Complex Transitions in Continuing Healthcare
Transitions, such as moving patients from hospital to home, care home or supported living, can be challenging for CHC nurses and case managers. Within the CHC Nurses Agency Network, we share knowledge and practical tools to help you manage these transitions safely and smoothly.
Our community focuses on:
- Ensuring continuity of care across different settings
- Maintaining patient safety, comfort and dignity
- Coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, families and providers
- Reducing delays, confusion and avoidable readmissions
Learning Disability (LD) Care and Person-Centred Support Plans
Many CHC nurses work with individuals who have Learning Disabilities (LD) and complex needs. Within our network, we share evidence-based approaches to designing personalised care and support plans in LD and CHC settings.
Our shared expertise helps you:
- Promote independence, dignity and choice for people with LD
- Balance healthcare requirements with everyday living needs
- Apply person-centred planning principles within the CHC framework
- Work collaboratively with families, advocates and multidisciplinary teams
Case Management Insight, Peer Learning and Community Support
Case Management and Coordinated CHC Support
Our members include CHC case managers, nurse assessors and agency nurses who coordinate complex care packages in the community. Through the network, you can learn how others manage multidisciplinary input, budgets, risk and outcomes in line with CHC guidance.
We openly discuss:
- Developing holistic, person-centred care plans
- Coordinating health and social care services
- Meeting regulatory and documentation standards
- Handling challenging cases, safeguarding and ethical dilemmas
Events, Networking and 24/7 Peer Support
The CHC Nurses Agency Network runs regular events to bring our community together, both online and in person. These sessions focus on CHC updates, practical training, case discussions and networking opportunities.
Alongside events, we maintain several confidential, invite-only social media groups where members can connect, ask questions and support each other 24/7, 365 days a year. Many within our network go on to become long-term friends and trusted professional contacts.
Why Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
By joining the CHC Nurses Agency Network, you gain access to a specialist Continuing Healthcare community designed by nurses, for nurses. Whether you are new to CHC work or highly experienced, you can:
- Expand your knowledge of CHC, DoL, LD and case management
- Stay up to date with policy changes, best practice and guidance
- Build a reliable peer support network you can turn to any time
- Share professional challenges and solutions in a safe, confidential space
- Develop your career as an agency nurse in Continuing Healthcare
Our growing network of around 500 CHC agency nurses is committed to high-quality, person-centred care and supporting each other to deliver the best possible outcomes for patients and families.
In Summary
The CHC Nurses Agency Network brings together CHC agency nurses across the UK to share expertise, training, case management insight and peer support. From specialist CHC and DoL training to professional networking and 24/7 confidential discussion groups, we give you the tools and community you need to thrive in Continuing Healthcare practice.
If you work in CHC – or are keen to develop your skills in this specialist area – our network offers a warm, knowledgeable and supportive community to grow with.
Join the CHC Nurses Agency Network
If you are a CHC agency nurse, nurse assessor, case manager or healthcare professional working around Continuing Healthcare, we would love you to join our network.
Become part of our private social media groups and events to connect with like-minded professionals, access shared resources and stay ahead in this complex and rewarding field.
Contact us today via our website or social channels to request an invite and find out how the CHC Nurses Agency Network can support your professional journey.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
The CHC Nurses Agency Network is a UK-wide community of over 500 agency nurses and CHC professionals offering peer support, training and networking focused on Continuing Healthcare. - Who can join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Any nurse, agency nurse, nurse assessor, case manager or related CHC professional interested in Continuing Healthcare practice can request to join. - Is the CHC Nurses Agency Network only for agency nurses?
While our focus is agency nurses, we also welcome CHC practitioners, nurse assessors and case managers working in or around Continuing Healthcare. - What type of training does the network provide?
We offer specialist sessions and events covering CHC eligibility, checklists, DST, funding applications, community DoL processes and person-centred care planning. - Do you provide support with CQC-related issues?
We share insight and peer guidance on good practice, documentation and standards that align with CQC expectations in CHC and community settings. - How do the private social media groups work?
Members are invited into confidential, invite-only groups where they can ask questions, share experiences and support each other 24/7. - Are there regular events or meetings?
Yes, we run regular online and in-person events, including workshops, webinars, case discussions and networking sessions for CHC nurses. - Does it cost anything to join the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Membership arrangements and any associated costs are explained when you contact us to request an invite to the network. - How can the network help my CHC career?
By joining, you gain access to shared expertise, practical training, job-related insight and a strong professional network that can support your career development. - How do I contact the CHC Nurses Agency Network?
Visit our website or reach out via our social media channels to enquire about membership and joining our private groups and events.